Saturday, October 20, 2012

On October 7th, I listened to the Starcity Radio Program. Attorney Michael Beckman was interviewed. Beckman of course, was Bruce Davis' attorney for Davis' recent parole hearing.

Beckman stated (paraphrasing), that Davis' best strategy at this point, is to keep things quiet. According to Beckman, he advised Davis to refrain from speaking (to anyone) about his recent approval... media, fellow inmates, anyone... and essentially "keep things under wraps". Good advice!

Conversely, Beckman stated (paraphrasing) that Debra Tate's next strategic move (now that Davis has been approved) is to make as much noise via the media, as possible.

He said that Debra had already begun that effort... effectively bombarding media outlets as much as possible. Obviously, Debra knows that raising "Manson" consciousness will thwart Davis' chances.

Since the new resurgence in media attention to these "Tex Tapes" began... Beckman's words have echoed in my ears.

My gut feeling, is that this recent resurgence of media attention to the "Tex Tapes", is directly related to Debra Tate. I have a strong "gut feeling" that Debra Tate is using these tapes as a tool, to get the "Manson" name (and all that conjures) back into the public psyche. At this critical time for Davis... that's actually a formidable strategy.

The recent media attention to these tapes...and the potential for 12 new Manson victims in the public eye, can only hurt Davis' parole bid.

Bear in mind... Debra Tate is obviously well-aware, that Davis' release, would likely put Leslie and Bobby closer to the door. In her mind, this is for all the apples.

I say all this, because when you really look at it... there's no new information being released, in regards to these tapes. We already knew about the tapes. We already knew the LAPD was interested in them. We already knew the LAPD suspected more murder confessions could be contained therein. We already knew about the ongoing litigation over possession of these tapes. There's nothing new here. It's the same story unresolved... yet revisited. Is anyone else (like me) wondering why this story is being revisited, without further information???

If the LAPD had been granted full custody of these tapes... THAT would be an update worth publicizing. If the LAPD was permanently denied custody... THAT would also be an update worth publicizing. And certainly... if new confessions were (in fact) found on those tapes... THAT would be a groundbreaking update.

But think about it... there's nothing new here... and yet, the story is being re-run in the media, without an update. Ironically... coinciding with all this, is Debra Tate's face all over the news... and Beckman's words ringing in my ears. It all seems kinda strange to me, and I personally believe, that Debra Tate is the catalyst. I have no proof... just a "gut feeling"... but my gut rarely lets me down.

Don't get me wrong. The potential for new information on those tapes is certainly an exciting prospect. I'm not arguing with that concept. I'm looking forward to more TLB information myself. But, something seems strange here. Why would the media run an update to an old story, without any updated facts??

31 comments:

Dead on as usual, Lynyrd. I had the same thought yesterday after I posted a musing on how great a second act would be. I thought to myself, wait, I already said that a couple of weeks ago. What's new here. Answer us nothing except Debra's efforts. Of course if Debra's efforts resulted in more photos of her daughter I am all for it.Off topic, but I am sick to my stomach this morning at the news that Lance Armstrong got a standing ovation at his gala last night. The guy is the most arrogant elitist lyin scum imaginable and his supports attitude is summed up by one of their admonitions to the media "quit your whining". Just plain sickening.

yeah Katie, and this morning there is a new story that he bribed other cyclists to throw races. The guy is scum, especially so for using his "cancer survivor" status as a shield for all his cheatin and lyin. Armstorng is as conniving and duplicious as they come. Couple that with his attitude of superiority and he really is a fucking nazi. I always hated him.

In Debra's eyes... Bruce's release would open the door for Bobby and Leslie.Debra stated that sentiment, the last time Bruce was approved.That's not such a farfetched notion.That's obviously why, she's throwing herself into this effort so vigorously.

Ya can't really blame the woman.If it was my sibling who was brutally slaughtered by "the family", I'd try to keep these jamokes behind bars too.Blood's definitely thicker than water.It is, what it is.

Granted... Debra's crackers.I mean... The murders obviously left her damaged, both mentally and emotionally.She didn't even get the attorney's name right... she said "Boyle" instead of "Boyd".She looks like a nervous breakdown.And, there's absolutely no condoning her defense of Roman Polanski.Consensual sex with a child???Please...

But, be that as it may... I can understand her motivation, and I don't blame her for it.

It seems the "Tate" name still commands respect and attention, with the media.Debra always seems to get her mug on the newsreels, one way or the other.I wonder if one of us shmucks could get our face on the news so easily?Doubtful.

Considering Watson has almost no chance of ever getting out of prison, the state should cut him a deal in which he spills all he knows in exchange for a promise they won’t charge him with anything more. He’s already spent more than four decades behind bars. Closure for other families is needed, not more justice.

Keep the name out there in the news. Stir up a shitstorm and hope that some of it gums up any parole release in the works.

As far as what is on those tapes, I suspect that there may be some tantalizing clues as when Tex made 'em he was looking to make a bargain or exchange. 8 plus hours of talking...who knows what was said.

Ultimately, the only thing the Prosecutor wanted to hear were the chords to Helter Skelter. As such, Tex's best play was to go with the 'brainwashed by Charlie' 'high on drugs' nice kid from Texas who only did it cause he had the misfortune of falling under the spell of Charlie Manson.

Tex got off drugs, denounced Manson, and 'found religion' while in prison. He thought he would be out by the mid 80's. He just didn't reckon on the force of Dorris Tate and Stephen Kay.

Maybe it's the cops trying to pressure the judge. They say Tex has said they can listen to the tapes just that they can't have them. Why not listen? Did you see that they interviewed Tate in a parking lot in the dark? That I'm going with police pressuring judges and choosing to believe that Deb doesn't have enough power to stir up national media, 'cause that seems kinda scary.Good Morning All!!!!!

I'm thinking the same thing. Tex can't possibly recall everything he said all those years ago. Those hours of tapes were probably recorded over a long period of time. And I think Tex was doped up with prescription drugs a lot of the time too. He's probably wondering what all he said. Maybe he's nervous about anything he might have revealed.

I bet if he gave up some info on unknown crimes that he remembers exactly what he said. But the fact that he would let the cops listen to the tapes tells me there's not much there. Also, the chaplain who helped write Tex's book probably would've said something too. Didn't he listen to them? Did he only get some of the tapes? That's a lot of taklin though in all those hours and Tex is a twisted dude, so, you never know.....til you know

Once somebody starts these rumors about new info on unsolved murders the police are duty bound to investigate. By now they have already exhausted all known leads. They mostly will be listening for complicity that could lead to the killer or body which will give closure to surviving relatives.

I just don't see how anyone can listen to these tapes due to atty/client privelidge. If they allow these tapes to go public then they have to allow all tapes to go public. A real can of worms this is.

I don't blame Debra Tate for causing a shit storm. Look what these people did to her family. I have NO SYMPHATHY for Manson Family members whatsoever. Plus, there has always been rumors that they were responsible for more deaths that they were caught for. I hope Debra Tate continues to fluff a few feathers. Remember, these people enjoyed killing. Everywhere they went, someone always ended up dead, whether it be Zero, or even Ronald Hughes. Too many to name....

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"Charlie Manson is a five foot seven schizophrenic, who if it weren't for the murder of Sharon Tate, would never be known or discussed. And I'm not saying he isn't funny and entertaining. I'm saying he's a dime a dozen criminal-class punk, who had the good fortune of running into some middle class pseudo-revolutionary white girls." -- Tom G

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